Law enforcement agencies in Anambra state have affirmed commitment to ensuring protection of life and property of citizens and people living and operating in the state.
Anambra State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Echeng Echeng stated this on behalf of security agencies the state, during a parley between Governor Willie Obiano and service commanders with their spouses at the Governor’s country-home, Aguleri.
Mr. Echeng noted that the country is faced with security challenges ranging from terrorism, banditry, trafficking in arms, cyber crimes and other illicit activities, maintaining that the state is rated the safest because of the security architecture enthroned by Governor Obiano, which he said has contributed in no small measure to discharging their jobs without fear or favor.
According to the Police Commissioner, the Federal Government is collaborating with international partners to ensure that the National Central Bureau (NCB) is adequately equipped, pointing out that the Governor has supported efforts by the Nigeria Police and sister agencies to contain the challenges of trafficking in persons, banditry and terrorist attacks among others which he said made the state the safest in the country.
While rating the gallantry and professionalism of security agencies in the state High, Governor Obiano thanked them, stressing that they have demonstrated commitment in the service of their fatherland.
He added that the idea was to support the Nigeria Police and their counterpart-agencies, to help them deliver on their mandates.
Governor Obiano had earlier inspected the ongoing work at the Anambra International Convention Center, Awka where he was received by the Commissioner for Housing, Architect Michael Okonkwo as well as upgrade of facilities at the Umueri International Cargo and Passenger Airport.